Gilead Sciences, Inc.

GILD · Healthcare

About Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD)

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a Drug Manufacturers - General company operating in the Healthcare sector.

GILD trades on the US stock exchanges (NYSE/NASDAQ) and is classified as a large-cap stock .

Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Drug Manufacturers - General

Key Statistics

Current Price
$137.34
Market Cap
$170.50B
52-Week High
$157.29
52-Week Low
$93.37
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Drug Manufacturers - General

$1,000 Invested in Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD)

1 Year
$1,317
+32%
3 Years
$1,967
+97%
5 Years
$2,569
+157%
10 Years
$2,186
+119%
Since IPO
$314,161
+31316%

How much would $1,000 invested in GILD be worth today?

What would $1,000 invested in GILD 1 year ago be worth today?

A $1,000 investment in Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) in 2025 would be worth $1,317 as of May 2026, representing a +31.7% total return.

What would $1,000 invested in GILD 3 years ago be worth today?

A $1,000 investment in Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) in 2023 would be worth $1,967 as of May 2026, representing a +96.7% total return.

What would $1,000 invested in GILD 5 years ago be worth today?

A $1,000 investment in Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) in 2021 would be worth $2,569 as of May 2026, representing a +156.9% total return.

What would $1,000 invested in GILD 10 years ago be worth today?

A $1,000 investment in Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) in 2016 would be worth $2,186 as of May 2026, representing a +118.6% total return.

What would $1,000 invested in GILD at IPO be worth today?

A $1,000 investment in Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) at IPO would be worth $314,161 as of May 2026, representing a +31316.1% total return.

Monthly Returns Heatmap

Avg Monthly Return
+2.02%
Positive Months
224
55% of 410
Negative Months
185
45% of 410
Data Period
34+ years
410 months
Best Performers
Best month ever: Feb 2000 (+63.4%)
Best month on avg: January (+4.5%)
Worst Performers
Worst month ever: Oct 1994 (-27.7%)
Worst month on avg: March (-0.9%)

Over the past 34+ years (410 months), Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) has averaged a monthly return of +2.02% with a median return of +1.02%. The stock had 224 positive months (55%) and 185 negative months (45%). The best month in GILD's history was February 2000 with a +63.4% return, while the worst was October 1994 at -27.7%. Historically, January tends to be the strongest month (averaging +4.5%), and March the weakest (-0.9%).

GILD's longest winning streak was 9 consecutive months of gains, while its longest losing streak was 7 consecutive months of losses. The best full year was 1995 with a cumulative return of +138.4%, and the worst was 1993 at -38.8%.

Annual Returns

Over 34 years of trading history, Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) has delivered an average annual return of +25.51% with a median return of +15.81%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is +18.57%. The stock posted gains in 25 years (74%) and losses in 9 years (26%).

GILD's best year was 1995 with a +236.84% gain, while the worst was 1993 at -37.66%. The longest streak of consecutive positive years was 12, and the longest losing streak was 2 years. GILD achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 20 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 6 years.

Avg Return
+25.51%
Best Year
1995 (+236.84%)
Worst Year
1993 (-37.66%)
Positive Years
25/34
Year Return Start End
2026 +12.53% $122.05 $137.34
2025 +36.59% $89.35 $122.05
2024 +18.68% $75.29 $89.35
2023 -1.99% $76.82 $75.29
2022 +23.63% $62.13 $76.82
2021 +29.95% $47.81 $62.13
2020 -6.70% $51.25 $47.81
2019 +7.88% $47.50 $51.25
2018 -9.92% $52.73 $47.50
2017 +2.96% $51.22 $52.73
2016 -27.59% $70.74 $51.22
2015 +8.63% $65.12 $70.74
2014 +25.51% $51.88 $65.12
2013 +104.49% $25.37 $51.88
2012 +79.45% $14.14 $25.37
2011 +12.94% $12.52 $14.14
2010 -16.25% $14.95 $12.52
2009 -15.39% $17.66 $14.95
2008 +11.15% $15.89 $17.66
2007 +41.72% $11.21 $15.89
2006 +23.51% $9.08 $11.21
2005 +50.24% $6.04 $9.08
2004 +20.08% $5.03 $6.04
2003 +71.41% $2.94 $5.03
2002 +3.47% $2.84 $2.94
2001 +58.48% $1.79 $2.84
2000 +53.23% $1.17 $1.79
1999 +31.81% $0.89 $1.17
1998 +7.35% $0.83 $0.89
1997 +53.00% $0.54 $0.83
1996 -21.88% $0.69 $0.54
1995 +236.84% $0.21 $0.69
1994 -20.83% $0.26 $0.21
1993 -37.66% $0.42 $0.26

Frequently Asked Questions: GILD

What sector is GILD in?

GILD operates in the Healthcare sector, specifically in the Drug Manufacturers - General industry. This sector includes pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare providers.

How has GILD performed historically?

Over 34 years of trading history, GILD has posted gains in 25 years (74% of the time). The best year was 1995 with a +236.8% return. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

How can I invest in GILD?

You can invest in GILD through any brokerage account that offers access to US stock exchanges. Popular options include commission-free brokers like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Robinhood (US), or international brokers like Interactive Brokers. You can buy individual shares or invest through ETFs that hold GILD.

Last updated: 3/24/2026